Why Choose a Gerber Humidor?

A humidor (from the Latin word „humidus“ meaning ‚moist‘) is a container made of wood or other materials designed for storing cigars. Its purpose is to maintain a climate that supports the aging process and preserves the cigars‘ flavors while also providing an attractive presentation. Gerber humidors use modern technology to ensure the correct humidity level for the stored cigars.

A humidor is essential for cigar storage because:

• Regulating the relative humidity is crucial to ensure the tobacco receives the right amount of moisture.
• Humidity keeps the tobacco supple and secures its unique flavor.
• Proper relative humidity allows the cigars‘ flavors to fully develop.
• For cigars to mature properly, the environment should not be too humid, and the climate should be kept as constant as possible.

There is a wide and diverse range of humidor models and types, including:

• Small travel humidors
• Cigar boxes
• Desktop humidors
• Larger built-in humidors
• Wall humidors
• Cigar lounges
• Walk-in humidors

The production and quality of humidors vary greatly between industrially manufactured humidors and those handcrafted to customer specifications. Gerber humidors are custom-made pieces that fulfill all individual customer wishes.

To keep a cigar flavorful, it must be stored at the correct humidity. If tobacco is too dry while burning, it cannot fully develop its aroma. Both relative and absolute humidity are highly relevant in this context. Relative humidity indicates the percentage of water vapor in the air. The higher the air temperature, the more water the air can absorb. Absolute humidity indicates the total amount of water in an environment and is measured in grams per cubic meter.

If the humidity in a humidor is 100%, the air is saturated and cannot absorb more water. At 50% relative humidity, the air is half-saturated. When humidity exceeds 100%, excess water settles on surfaces. The higher the air temperature, the more water it can absorb.

Examples:

• 25% relative humidity at 30°C = 7.75 grams of water per cubic meter (7.75g/m³)
• 100% relative humidity at 5°C = 7 grams of water per cubic meter (7g/m³)

Absolute humidity refers to the total amount of water present in a room, expressed in grams per cubic meter. Gerber humidors are equipped with advanced technology that maintains the ideal relative humidity level for cigars.

To maintain a climate that supports cigars in retaining and refining their aroma during storage, Gerber humidors are equipped with modern sensors that monitor the relative humidity of the stored cigars. The technology used in Gerber humidors has been tested and continuously improved over time. To maintain the perfect balance of relative humidity inside the humidors, they employ humidification and dehumidification systems. Humidification is based on cold evaporation, with fans distributing moisture evenly throughout the humidor. If the relative humidity exceeds the desired level (often set at 70%), Gerber humidors‘ electronically controlled dehumidification system activates.

Gerber humidors feature a proven and timeless design that allows for easy assembly on-site. Upon customer request, a Gerber employee can assemble the humidor at the destination.

The Gerber family business has been operating in Duisburg for over 140 years, spanning five generations. Humidors have also been built at the Duisburg location for many years. The production of humidors combines long-standing tradition and dedication to the material.

The exterior of Gerber humidors can be designed according to customer preferences. We work with all market-available wood veneers. From exotic woods, root wood veneers, carbon, and lacquers to gold leaf and other metal alloys, there are extensive possibilities for humidor cladding. At Gerber, we comply with the CITES regulations for protected and certified wood species. If you have questions about materials and the possibilities for creating your ideal humidor, we are happy to advise you.

When purchasing a Gerber humidor, we certify:

• Lifetime warranty on all carpentry work
• Warranty on all electronic components (according to the manufacturer)
• Worldwide customer service by Gerber humidor specialists
• Availability of the Gerber humidor service team

At the family-run Gerber Humidor business, we strive to be among the world’s best manufacturers of custom-made cigar cabinets. We are leaders in technology, design, and quality. Experience from long-standing practice, continuous improvement, and excellent craftsmanship have made Gerber humidors the artful and technically optimized furniture pieces they are today.